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Amanbagh Resort Hotel, Alwar, India Vacations, Honeymoons and Luxury Travel Packages Alwar, India  Amanbagh Resort Introduction  Amanbagh sits in isolation amidst the arid Aravalli Hills near Alwar in northern India. The region is rich in early Hindu history, dating to the dawn of Hindu civilization; awash with legend, the epic Mahabharata tells of the five Pandavas brothers who spent their last years in exile within a few miles of the resort, over two millennia ago. In the more recent past, the area was dominated by a group of warrior clans, the Rajputs, who controlled this region of India for nearly 1000 years. Raided repeatedly over time by Moghul armies, it was finally conquered in the 17th century by the Emperor Shah Jahan, the famed builder of the Taj Mahal. The topography of the region consists of sandy plains interspersed with craggy hills and knolls, in stark contrast to the setting for Amanbagh - a lush oasis. Amanbagh derives its name from the words aman, meaning ‘peaceful' in Sanskrit and bagh, meaning ‘garden' in Hindi. It lies within a walled compound that was once used by the Maharajah of Alwar to site his mobile hunting camps in search of the elusive tigers known to roam the nearby hills. Long since abandoned, the trees and vegetation continue to thrive due to a reliable water supply drawn from an adjacent lake. The resort is every bit a modern day “palace,” conceived in the present, but humbly paying homage to the traditional architecture and design that has prevailed throughout the past. The resort comprises a main building that rises over three levels. On the first level is the arrival area that leads to the reception hall and onto a shaded court, bordered on one side by the Dining Room and on the other, by the Lounge. Rising from the reception area is a sweeping staircase that leads to the Library and an outdoor terrace. Two external staircases lead to the Roof Terrace that is elevated above a canopy of trees and provides sweeping views over the surrounding landscape. Beyond the main building is a swimming pool, informal dining area and wading pool, all set within landscaped grounds. Amanbagh Resort, Accommodation  There are four categories of accommodation at Amanbagh. Courtyard Haveli Suite Eight Courtyard Haveli Suites are located on the ground level of two, two-storey structures on either side of the swimming pool. The entrance to each is via a courtyard with an outdoor dining area. Inside, there is a living area with a large banquette, two chairs, an armchair and writing desk. Beyond is a private courtyard. The adjacent bedroom has a soaring domed ceiling and king size bed whilst the bathroom is filled with natural light from windows facing the court. Each Courtyard Haveli Suite is fitted with a sound system and personal bar. The internal living space is 85 square metres and the external courtyard and terrace area measures 50 square metres. Garden Haveli Suite Located on the ground level are eight Garden Haveli Rooms. Identical in design and furnishings to the Courtyard Haveli Suites, they are differentiated by a private balcony that overlooks a garden. Amanbagh Resort Terrace Haveli Suite Eight Terrace Haveli Suites are located on the upper level of the two, two-storey structures. Access to each is via a staircase that leads to private terraced courtyards, each with an outdoor dining area, daybed and two sun loungers. Inside, a sitting area is fitted with a day bed, two armchairs, and a writing desk. The bedroom offers a king size bed and a large natural light-filled bathroom with bathtub and separate dressing room. Each Terrace Haveli Suite is fitted with a sound system and personal bar. The internal living space is 95 square metres and the external terrace measures 60 square metres. Amanbagh Resort Pool Pavilion Sixteen Pool Pavilions are located on the perimeter of the resort and offer their own private swimming pool and spacious garden. Entry to each Pavilion is via a garden courtyard that leads to two rooms linked by a glass reception hall. The hall provides access to the shared living area and bedroom on one side and to the bathroom on the other. The living area contains a king-size bed, writing desk, daybed for lounging, sound system and personal bar. The bathroom features a spacious dressing area, twin vanities, separate shower and a bathtub, carved from one piece of marble, located in the centre of the room under a domed ceiling. Double doors open from both the living area and bathroom onto the spacious garden courtyard, featuring a covered dining and lounge area. The private swimming pool measures three metres by nine metres and is cool throughout the summer months and heated during the winter months. The internal living space measures 85 square metres, the covered external space measures 30 square metres and in addition to this, pool pavilions also enjoy a private garden area. Amanbagh Resort Food and Dining The Restaurant is positioned on the lower floor of the main building and provides an intimate atmosphere beneath its double-height ceiling. Seating is either banquette-style or at tables which flow onto the outside terrace. The food is simple home-style Indian cuisine with a choice of Western dishes also available. An alternative, informal dining venue is Poolside, located adjacent to the swimming pool. Here, the dining is outdoors beneath a covered colonnade and lunchtime fare includes sandwiches, salads and simple traditional Indian snacks. The Library Terrace, located on the upper floor of the main building, is ideal for informal dining beneath a starlit sky, particularly during the hotter months when a cool breeze may be enjoyed. Two external staircases lead to the Roof Terrace which is elevated above a canopy of trees and provides sweeping views over the surrounding landscape. This provides another option for dining and refreshments. Amanbagh Resort Facilities  The Bar and LoungeThe Bar and Lounge is located opposite the Restaurant and offers a cosy place to relax and unwind. Library The Library has a variety of reference books on the history, arts, culture and wildlife of India as well as a selection of novels, magazines, newspapers, audio CDs and board games. Cultural lectures on Hindu and Moghul culture, art, philosophy, religion, Ayurvedic, as well as traditional medicine and cuisine will be given in the Library by renowned experts. Internet access is available via desktop computer. Boutique Alwar and Jaipur are world-famous for their arts and crafts. Housed on two levles, the Boutique offers the region's finest selection of silverware, jewellery, textiles and fashion. A variety of convenience items is also available. Swimming Pool The swimming pool is centred within the resort's gardens and measures 33 metres by 12 metres. Light meals and snacks are available poolside throughout the day. Beyond the swimming pool is the wading pool measuring 12 metres by 12 metres. Both pools remain cool throughout the summer and are heated during the colder months. Spa A team of highly-skilled therapists provides a range of healing therapies as well as more traditional treatments such as facials, massages and scrubs. These are available in the resort's Spa treatment rooms or in guest havelis. Treatments use Aman Spa products which are exclusively made from the purest natural ingredients. Yoga Yoga and meditation are offered in the resort as well as the nearby scenic surroundings. Save time, money and stress! For reservations: Fill out the vacation planner to be contacted by our India vacation specialist. Contact : Travelwizard.com Phone: 1-800-330-8820 or 1-415-446-5252 VH
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